For me around 100 proof is the sweet spot for whiskey, and Rittenhouse 100 falls right on the mark. I get a hint of cherry on the nose. The rye spice and proof give this rye some nice heat. There's a nice sweetness along with baking spices and cloves. You get a bit of oak and char , and a short finish with only a little bitterness. This is a neck pour, so I'll be exploring this one further. I can imagine this makes a fantastic old fashioned.